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~~~ This Week ~~~
Tue, April 18, 9:00 am - PATCH Meeting (Hybrid), The Glades Initiative and Zoom
Tue, April 18, 10:00 am - Nonprofits First Presents: Getting to Know Your 990: Virtual
Tue, April 18, 12:00 pm - Fair Housing Legal Update: A National Perspective: Virtual
Tue, April 18, 3 - 7 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open to anyone
Tue, April 18, 6:00 pm - SCORE PBC Presents: Quickbooks Online: Virtual
Tue, April 18, 6:00 pm - Cleanliness is Healthiness Home Series: Pahokee Parks and Rec
Wed, April 19, 8:30-11 am, 2-4:30 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open to anyone
Wed, April 19, 4 - 5 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - drive-thru (cardholders only)
Wed, April 19, 4:30 pm - ELC of PBC Active Parenting, Belle Glade
Wed, April 19, 6:00 pm - Let's Move Zumba Class, Pahokee Parks and Rec
Wed, April 19, 6:00 pm - Step Inside the Circle of Compassion Series: Virtual
Fri, April 21, 10:00 am - County Cooperative Extension Earth Day Webinar
Sat, April 22, 8:00 am - Great American Clean Up, Pahokee
Mon, April 24, 10:00 am - Kaleidoscope: Play and Learn Groups, Pioneer Park, BG
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FREE FOOD for Anyone in Need at The Glades Initiative
The Glades Initiative's Food Pantry is available to anyone in need. Residents may come in once per week at any time during the hours listed below. In a “Pantry of Choice”, you choose the foods that you want and need (within guidelines).
Required to participate:
• Valid ID or your Glades Initiative Food Pantry ID
• ONE time per week
WHEN: Tuesdays and Wednesdays
- 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (Tuesday)
- 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Wednesday)
NEW: Wednesdays 4:00 pm- 5:00 pm – Drive through -food pantry – (current card holders only)
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-996-3310
Click here to learn more
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PATCH Monthly Meeting: Hybrid (Zoom & In-Person)
The next PATCH meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 18, 2023. Glades Initiative is hosting the in-person meeting. You can also attend via Zoom, please see the link below.
WHEN: Tuesday, April 18, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
MEETING LINK: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4457939554?pwd=L2sxT1FTOWlOVlZGZkJ1d2wwN3ZyZz09 (Meeting ID: 445 793 9554
Passcode: 1234)
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Nonprofits First Presents: Getting to Know Your Form 990
Dive into the information contained within the Form 990 filing, with a focus on key governance disclosures, high-risk areas, common reporting errors, and recent IRS updates including mandatory electronic filing.
WHEN: Tuesday, April 18, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
WHERE: Virtual
Click here to learn more
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Fair Housing Legal Update: A National and Local Perspective
Fair Housing Project and Legal Aid of Palm Beach County webinar, Fair Housing Legal Update.
WHEN: Tuesday, April 18, 2023 | 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
Click here to learn more
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SCORE PBC Presents: Quickbooks Online
This workshop is suitable for entry-level and beginner users of QuickBooks Online version
only. Copy of the recording and materials will be sent to all attendees.
WHEN: Tuesday, April 18, 2023 | 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
Click here to learn more
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Cleanliness is Healthiness Healthy Homes Series
Join us for the second of 3 sessions of our healthy home series as we address what cleaning supplies are great for homes and how to use them effectively and kick off Asthma awareness month.
WHEN: Tuesday, April 18, 2023 | 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Pahokee Parks and Recreation, 360 E Main Street, Pahokee, FL 33476
Click here to learn more
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ELC of PBC Brings Active Parenting 4th Edition Parenting Workshops to the Glades Communities
Active Parenting 4th Edition is a parenting course for parents and caregivers with children ages 5-12. It is a 4- week video/discussion course that gives effective ways to discipline, communicate, encourage school success, and more! Anyone who cares for a child ages 5-12 is welcome to attend!
WHEN: Wednesday, April 19, 26, 2023 | 4:30 p.m.
WHERE: Calusa Estates (Community Room) 1501 Calusa Drive Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Let's Move Zumba Class - Every Wednesday
Starting April 5, Healthier Glades will be continuing the weekly Zumba sessions in partnership with the City of Pahokee from 4/5-5/31 at the Parks and Rec gym. These sessions are open to the public!
WHEN: Wednesday, April 19 - May 31, 2023 | 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Pahokee Parks and Rec Gym, 360 E Main St, Pahokee, FL 33476
Click here to learn more
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Step Inside the Circle of Compassion
We are continuing our 2023 Lead the Fight series with a FREE, live webinar in conjunction with National Child Abuse Prevention Month and Second Chance Month. Join us on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, at 6 PM featuring Fritzi Horstman, founder and executive director of the Compassion Prison Project for a discussion on Adverse Childhood
Experiences (ACEs), childhood trauma, and the prison population.
WHEN: Wednesday, April 19, 2023 | 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
Click here to learn more
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County Cooperative Extension to Offer Earth Day Webinar
The Palm Beach County Cooperative Extension is offering a free webinar on April 21, 2023, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in recognition of Earth Day. The session, “Greening Your South Florida Landscape,” will include information about plants that grow easily in South Florida, where to plant them, and how to take care of them.
WHEN: Friday, April 21, 2023 | 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: Virtual
Click here to learn more
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Great American Clean Up - Pahokee
Join the City of Pahokee while cleaning the community.
WHEN: Saturday, April 22, 2023 | 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Pahokee Public Works, 171 N Lake Ave, Pahokee, FL 33476
Click here to learn more
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Kaleidoscope: Play and Learn Groups
During these group meetings, children will learn through play, get to practice being with their peers and spend quality time with their caregivers. All children five years and under are welcome!
WHEN: Monday, April 24, 2023 | 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: Glades Pioneer Park 866 SW 16th Street, Belle Glade , FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Community ID - Belle Glade Event
Community ID of the Palm Beaches is for any resident who may have limited access government-issued forms of identification, and for those who support a diverse and inclusive community.
WHEN: Tuesday, April 25, 2023 | 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Branch Library, 725 NW 4th Street, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Legal Aid Society of PBC: Fair Housing Free Webinar
These two webinars will feature Jay Reulet of section8consulting.com, with two sessions separately geared toward landlords and tenants. Learn about what it entails to be a Section 8 landlord and tenant.
WHEN: Thursday, April 27, 2023 | 12:00 p.m. (landlords), 6:00 p.m. (tenants)
WHERE: Belle Glade Branch Library, 725 NW 4th Street, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Palm Beach County Youth Summit: The Best of Me & We
The Youth Summit of Palm Beach County will be held at Palm Beach Central High School and is free to middle and high school students. Community service hours available. Register for a day of fun, food, prizes, music and entertainment, plus a dance competition and education.
WHEN: Saturday, April 29, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Palm Beach Central High School, 8499 W Forest Hill Blvd, Wellington, FL 33411
Click here to learn more
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West Technical Education Center Career Expo
Meet construction subcontractors & explore job opportunities in: Electrical, HVAC, Welding, Plumbing, Carpentry.
WHEN: Tuesday, May 2, 2023 | 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: West Technical Educational Center, 2625 NW 16th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Q81 Scholarships for Students
Submit a two-page essay demonstrating student requirements and why you should be the award recipient. Show academic achievement, with a 3.3 GPA or better. Show contribution to the community with a minimum of 100 hours. You Must reside in Palm Beach County or Bay area.
TO ENTER: Submit PDF of transcripts & FAFSA application. To apply, email all forms to
q81scholarships@gmail.com
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Useful Free Household Goods Available for Your Underserved Clients
The items below are being offered FREE, with no strings attached, They are made available as a program of The IN-CROWD in partnership with the PBC Office of Economic Revitalization, Palm Beach Harvest, and many other partner NGOs and agencies under the title of “Love Your Neighbor”.
Click here to learn more
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Share Thoughts on Climate Issues and Participate in Raffle Drawing
Share your thoughts on climate-related issues and make sure your voice is heard on important investments in Palm Beach County and win a chance for a VISA gift card.
Click here to learn more
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FREE FOOD for Anyone in Need at The Glades Initiative
The Glades Initiative's Food Pantry is available to anyone in need. Residents may come in once per week at any time during the hours listed below. In a “Pantry of Choice”, you choose the foods that you want and need (within guidelines).
Required to participate:
• Valid ID or your Glades Initiative Food Pantry ID
• ONE time per week
WHEN: Tuesdays and Wednesdays
- 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (Tuesday)
- 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Wednesday)
NEW: Wednesdays 4:00 pm- 5:00 pm – Drive through -food pantry – (current card holders only)
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-996-3310
Click here to learn more
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Palm Beach County Food Finder Map
An interactive tool using Google Maps to help people easily locate free food and hot meals in Palm Beach County. This online tool was created to connect individuals seeking food resources to sites near them. Information is English, Spanish, and Creole. United Way updates the information listed on this map weekly. However, locations and hours of distribution may change. Please consider calling the site prior to visiting to verify the information listed. Please note that sites may have specific requirements such as ID.
CONTACT: To access the United Way of Palm Beach County's Food Finder map, click here
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Palm Beach County Free Adventure Guide Spring 2023
Join for free adventures, bike rides, hikes, bird watching, and more!
Click here to learn more (1)
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Click here to learn more (3)
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Dress for Success Monthly Newsletter
Catch up with Dress for Success's work by reading their monthly newsletter.
Click here to learn more
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Clerk Report: Discover Palm Beach County's Financial Health with the Annual Financial Report
April is Financial Literacy Month, the perfect time to learn more about the financial health of your government.
Click here to learn more
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Count-e-News: News from Palm Beach County, April 13, 2023
Receive our weekly county news. Send any feedback or questions to public@pbcgov.org.
Click here to learn more
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League of Women Voters Newsletter
From the League of Women Voters of PBC: "Spring is here and this is the time of year many Florida residents fear as the Legislature is in session. It has been a tough session so far when it comes to issues the League is passionate about. While I know many of us are discouraged, we cannot give up. There are a few bright spots, including monies for affordable housing and the antisemitism bill Rep. Caruso has put forward.
Click here to learn more
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, April 17, 2023
Read the latest from the Children's Services Council: CSC Statement and COVID-19 Resources.
Click here to learn more
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League of Women Voters of PBC Annual Meeting
All members are invited to join our Annual Meeting at one of Palm Beach County’s finest jewels, Mounts Botanical Gardens. We will celebrate the achievements of the past year, plan for the next, and enjoy reconnecting with friends over lunch and an optional tour of the Gardens.
WHEN: Wednesday, April 19, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Mounts Botanical Garden (Hutcheson Complex Exhibit Hall), 559 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL 33415
Click here to learn more
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A Taste of the League, Presented by the League of Women Voters
Attend a Taste of the League event, presented by the League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County. Meet the issue group leaders and learn about League programs.
WHEN: Saturday, April 29, 2023 | 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
WHERE: Zoom
Click here to learn more
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Palm Beach County Hosts Small Business Week
Palm Beach County Office of Equal Business Opportunity hosts its Small Business Week with a number of events.
WHEN: Monday, May 1-5 , 2023
WHERE: Various locations throughout Palm Beach County
Click here to learn more
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Hard Hats and Suits
Over 20 construction managers, prime contractors, and design firms will participate in this event focused on opportunities for small contractors.
WHEN: Friday, May 5, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: South County Civic Center, 16700 Jog Road, Delray Beach, FL 33484
Click here to learn more
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Let's Talk Community Conversations: Trata de Personas
Esta presentacion proporcionara una base importante para que la comunidad reconozca las indicadores de la trata de personas y como responder adecuadamente.
WHEN: Wednesday, May 10, 2023 | 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Greenacres Community Center, 501 Swain Blvd, Greenacres, FL
Click here to learn more
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Let's Talk Community Conversations: ABCD's of Water Safety
The Drowning Prevention Coalition provides free land-based water safety presentations to schools, businesses, and organizations with the mission to prevent drowning by educating residents on water safety and basic rescue techniques.
WHEN: Wednesday, June 7, 2023 | 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Greenacres Community Center, 501 Swain Blvd, Greenacres, FL
Click here to learn more
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Previous Postings - Glades Area
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NEW Job Opportunities - Come Join our Team!
Looking for meaningful work making a difference? Come see the career opportunities at The Glades Initiative, Inc.! We are accepting applicants for the following position:
Food Program Coordinator
Interested applicants can email pdf attachments of their resume and cover letter to jobs@gladesinitiative.org with the Subject line: Food Coordinator-“Your NAME”
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2023-2024 Leadership Glades Class Applications Now Accepted
Take Advantage of Early Sign-up - The next Leadership Glades class is now accepting applications. Click on the link below to download the application and return. Take advantage of early payment and get a discount! Don't wait, classes fill up quickly
Click here to learn more
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Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training
Join the Palm Beach County Division of Emergency Management (D.E.M.) and Palm Beach State College Corporate and Continuing Education for a D.E.M.-sponsored CERT Training.
WHEN: Saturday, Aug 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
WHERE: PBSC Belle Glade Campus, TEC Room 128, 1977 College Drive, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Cinco de Mayo Celebration in Pahokee
The City of Pahokee celebrates Cinco de Mayo - food, music, games, and more!
WHEN: Saturday, May 6, 2023 | 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
CONTACT: For more information call 561-924-5534
Click here to learn more (English)
Click here to learn more (Spanish)
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Palm Beach County BCC Briefs - April 4, 2023
At the April 4, 2023, Board of County Commissioners meeting, the board took the following action on the regular agenda: - click to read more.
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Financial Literacy Workshops in Pahokee
April is National Financial Literacy Month! The National Financial Literacy Campaign is providing free financial literacy workshops in Spanish at the St. Mary Catholic Church Social Hall in Pahokee, FL. This series of 6 workshops goes over personal finance topics.
WHEN: Monday, April 10 - 27, 2023 (no workshops April 6 or 17) | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: St. Mary Catholic Church Social Hall, 1200 E. Main Street, Pahokee, FL 33476
Click here to learn more
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Registration for District After-School Programs Opens
Mark your calendar! Registration for District after-school programs for the upcoming 2023-2024 school year for grades 1-5 will begin on Monday, April 3, 2023, at 7 p.m.!
The District offers high-quality after-school programs that meet the fundamental needs of students during out-of-school time. Programs provide a safe, secure environment in which children can be involved in wholesome, enriching activities that deliver meaningful out-of-school time experiences.
WHEN: Starting Monday, April 3, 2023 | 7:00 p.m.
REGISTER: Click here to learn more: bit.ly/pbcsd-afterschool
Click here to learn more
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501c News - News from Nonprofits First
Get the latest news from Nonproffits First by reading their April 2023 newsletter.
Click here to learn more
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In Need of Masks? Contact The Glades Initiative, Inc.
If you or people you know need masks, The Glades Initiative has masks and will share them with anyone in the Glades who needs them. These are the white two-ply reusable washable masks given by the health department. Call or come by to pick them up as long as supplies last.
If you are with a group of vulnerable people and need more than 20, call us first and we will do our best to help you get what you need.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, Inc., 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-996-3310
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Anyone wishing to add their local announcements or events is welcome to submit their information by Friday to be posted the following week. Please include a brief summary of the information to be posted with your contact name, phone number, and/or flyer.
or (561) 996-3310.*
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